Show devfile name and displayName in drop-down

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Problem

The current devfile interface displays file system paths instead of meaningful names, creating confusion for users trying to identify and select the correct devfile configuration.

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Proposed Solution

Display the human-readable metadata.name and/or metadata.displayName field from the devfile instead of the file path. The file path can be shown as supplementary hover information for users who need that technical detail.

This change would:

• Enable users to quickly identify the correct devfile by its descriptive name
• Reduce configuration errors and support requests
• Improve onboarding experience for new developers
• Maintain technical information accessibility without cluttering the interface

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Business Impact

• Reduced Developer Productivity: Users waste time deciphering cryptic file paths to find the right devfile, slowing down development workflows
• Increased Support Burden: Unclear naming leads to more support tickets and questions from confused users
• Higher Error Rate: Users may select incorrect devfiles due to poor identification, causing failed deployments or misconfigurations
• Poor User Experience: Technical file paths create a barrier for less technical users and new team members, impacting adoption rates